Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
vapulation
noun
/ˈvæp.jʊ.leɪ.ʃən/
Definition
The act of beating or striking someone as a punishment.
Examples
- The historical practice of vapulation was often seen as a harsh discipline in schools.
- In some cultures, vapulation was used as a means of instilling obedience in children.
Meaning
Vapulation refers to a method of corporal punishment that involves physical strikes.
Synonyms
- beating
- flogging
- thrashing
- whipping
